14 Apr 2016
Arab Knowledge Economy Report 2015-2016 forecasts Arab World internet users to reach around 226 million by 2018
The number of internet users in the Arab World is expected to rise to about 226 million by 2018, according to the Arab Knowledge Economy report 2015 - 2016. The Internet penetration rate will jump from about 37.5 per cent in 2014 to over 55 per cent in 2018, or about 7 per cent above the estimated world average of 3.6 billion users. These are the latest statistics noted in the Arab Knowledge Economy Report 2015-2016 which will be launched by Orient Planet Research on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at the Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah Hotel. Orient Planet PR & Marketing Communications is the partner agency of Eurocom Worldwide, the Global PR Network, in the Middle East.
14 Apr 2016
DSM Dyneema showcases latest Dyneema® Anti Stab Technology and its role in developing next generation multi-threat protection body armor at DSA 2016
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, 14 April 2016 - DSM Dyneema is showcasing its recently launched Dyneema® Anti Stab Technology at the 15th Defence Services Asia (DSA) Exhibition and Conference 2016 (Hall 3, booth #3032). Based on Dyneema®, the leading brand of ultra high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) fiber, Dyneema® Anti Stab Technology is the latest patented anti-stab material for soft armor applications which can be combined with Dyneema® soft ballistic products to develop the next generation high performance, lightweight and comfortable multi-threat protection body armor.
13 Apr 2016
Clariant expands bleaching earth capacity in Mexico
Muttenz, April 13, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is increasing production capacity for Tonsil® bleaching earths and Tonsil Coarse Optimized (CO) grades at its Puebla site in Mexico by 30 %. The additional capacity comes on stream as of April 2016, concluding two years of work of an investment in the mid single-digit million range in Swiss francs to expand the production capabilities of Clariant’s newest Tonsil production line at Puebla.
13 Apr 2016
DSM expands its bio-based portfolio with ForTii Eco
Royal DSM, a global science-based company active in health, nutrition and materials, is extending its range of high temperature resistant bio-based polymers with the introduction of a new family of high performance polyamide 4T materials, partially produced from renewable resources, called ForTii® Eco. These new materials fit with the growing need of faster, thinner and more sustainable devices in the electronics industry.
13 Apr 2016
ELIX Polymers wins “Frost & Sullivan New Product Innovation Award” for ECO ABS-NF
Tarragona, April 13, 2016 – An innovative natural fibre-reinforced ABS developed by ELIX Polymers has picked up the 2016 Frost & Sullivan New Product Innovation Award. ELIX ECO ABS-NF was specifically designed to fulfil some of the most demanding requirements of the automotive industry, and offers mechanical properties that are equal to or better than traditional glass fibre reinforced ABS.
13 Apr 2016
SiVance, LLC introduces Chemspec Europe visitors to its unique custom manufacturing capabilities for silicone-based reactive & fine chemicals
Ghent, Belgium – SiVance, LLC, a subsidiary of Milliken & Company, invites Chemspec Europe visitors to Booth G101 to discover its highly-flexible custom manufacturing capabilities, offering rapid and confidential support to customers requiring reactive silicone-based intermediates and fine chemicals.
13 Apr 2016
Archroma to showcase innovative solutions for enhanced color, performance and sustainability at China Interdye 2016 in Shanghai
Reinach, 13 April 2016 – Archroma, a global leader in color and specialty chemicals, will present at China Interdye 2016 some of its latest and most innovative technologies. True to its long-term commitment to sustainability and innovation, Archroma will present solutions that combine performance, cost optimization and responsible textile production. Archroma recently integrated the former BASF textile chemicals business team, and with that, the company can offer a heritage of more than 120 years of enhancing colors, performance and sustainability globally.
13 Apr 2016
Discover Tomorrow’s Beauty: Clariant launches inspirational trend guide for the personal care industry
Muttenz, April 13, 2016 – Clariant, a world leader in specialty chemicals, has introduced its new inspirational trend guide BeautyForward® to the personal care industry. Launched on in-cosmetics 2016 in Paris, one of the most important global trade fairs for personal care ingredients, BeautyForward unveils new trends to help drive innovation in the personal care segment.
